THE BACK-ROADS DIFFERENCE
• Participate in a traditional Austrian cooking lesson in Zell am See
• Travel the SchafbergBahn, a metre gauge cog railway that has been in operation since 1893
• Indulge in a cider tasting session at a distillery in Amstetten

Meals

6 breakfasts

2 lunches

3 dinners

0 teas

MUNICH – TEGERNSEE – ZELL AM SEE

We’ll meet with the group in Munich this morning before moving on to Tegernsee, a picturesque lakeside town in the Bavarian Alps. After learning about fish breeding (and how to smoke fish to perfection), we’ll make tracks to our first Austrian stop: Zell am See. Here, we’ll be treated to another slice of marvellous alpine scenery, complete with another shimmering blue lake. Tonight, dinner will be a group affair.

Day 1

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ZELL AM SEE

After a hearty breakfast we’ll roll up our sleeves for an included cooking class. A local expert will demonstrate how to make Austrian delicacies kaspressknödel (cheese dumplings) using fresh farm produce. When we’ve learnt the tricks of the trade, we’ll try our hand at making the delicious treats ourselves – with a chance to taste the fruits of our labour afterwards.

Day 2

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ZELL AM SEE – BERCHTESGADEN – SALZBURG

Today we’ll head back over the border into Germany for a stop at Berchtesgaden. Here, we’ll visit Hitler’s famous Eagle’s Nest, which is perched high at the top of a mountain peak overlooking the quaint Bavarian town. After wandering the very rooms where Hitler and other Nazi party officials entertained foreign diplomats and held banquets, we’ll travel back down the mountain and move on to our next stop, Salzburg.

Day 3

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SALZBURG

Today you’ll be free to experience Salzburg’s fairytale magic and explore its spectacular Baroque sights at your own pace. The birthplace of Mozart, the impressive Mirabell Palace and Gardens, Salzburg Cathedral and St Peter’s Abbey are all great places to start! This evening, we’ll gather together to enjoy a group dinner and Mozart concert at the lofty Salzburg Fortress.

Day 4

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SALZBURG – SCHAFBERGBAHN – SCHNITZHOF ALM – TAUPLITZ

Today we’ll board an old-fashioned cogwheel train and take the SchafbergBahn up to the top of the Schafberg mountain, taking in some fantastic views of the Salzkammergut region along the way. Then, it’s on to Schnitzhof Alm – a delightful 400-year-old cottage where traditional cheeses are made. After enjoying a cheese tasting session and included lunch we’ll continue to Tauplitz.

Day 5

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TAUPLITZ – ADMONT – AMSTETTEN – DÜRNSTEIN

After a breakfast in idyllic Tauplitz our road will take us to Admont Abbey, where a guided tour awaits. Looking at landmarks is thirsty work, so it’s only fitting that our next stop in Amstetten will be a distillery! While we’re here, we’ll get an insight into the cider-making process, and – of course – have a chance to taste the cider for ourselves. Tonight we’ll dine in Dürnstein, a photogenic town famous for its vineyards.

Day 6

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DÜRNSTEIN – FEUERSBRUNN – TULLN AN DER DONAU – VIENNA

Our final day together will see us travel to Feuersbrunn, one of the oldest wine-growing villages in Lower Austria, for an included wine tasting session. Next up is Tulln an der Donau, a historic town teeming with parks and gardens, where you’ll be free to lunch where you choose. This afternoon our tour will come to a close in buzzing Vienna, with its captivating blend of Baroque architecture, imperial palaces and musical masterpieces.

Important details

Ask us for the best available pricing for your dates & choice of airline.

Pricing based on per person/twin occupancy.

Single Supplement $640 for all departures.

Pick-Up & Drop-Off
This tour commences from Munich Hotel - TBA.
Please ensure you are at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to departure.

The tour finishes at Vienna Hotel - TBA.

Notes
Back-Roads Touring have hand-picked an extensive portfolio of quality properties across Europe and to ensure the very best experience on each of our tours hotels may vary to those listed in this itinerary.
Mobility: All of our tours involve walking and require our guests to board and disembark our vehicles several times a day making this tour unsuitable for those with reduced mobility.